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Job Description
POSITION: Elementary Dean of Instruction (Bilingual Spanish)
REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal or Principal
POSITION TYPE: 11-month
START DATE: 26-27 School Year
COMPENSATION: Starting at $70,500 annually
Some Quick Stats About Us
21,650 Students
2,600 Team Members
16 Secondary Campuses
12 Elementary Campuses
91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
96% Hispanic & African-American Students
99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
85% First-Generation College Students
Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report
We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.
The Role
When you join the YES Prep team, some of the exciting work and responsibilities will include:
Managing and developing a cohort of teachers;
With the Principal and Assistant Principals, setting clear expectations and standards for excellent teaching in all content areas;
Managing the progress toward increased student achievement for a cohort of teachers, including helping teachers use assessment data to improve the quality and scope of their instruction;
Ensuring that students receive outstanding instruction in all classrooms by observing and evaluating a cohort of teachers, including conducting classroom observations, coaching teachers, and monitoring teacher progress;
Ensuring that students are safe and supported in all classrooms by supporting a cohort of teachers with classroom management and effective instructional practices;
Assisting in the planning and delivery of professional learning opportunities to campus teachers and staff during beginning-of-year in-service days, as well as select professional development days throughout the school year;
Completing a one-year credentialing track to become a YES Prep teacher Evaluator;
Participating in strategic district-led professional development for instructional leaders;
Facilitating and/or supporting the facilitation of grade-level planning time for a cohort of teachers;
Additional duties as assigned.
The Person
We seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through for our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, resilience, and humility. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:
MUST HAVES
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
At least 3 years of exemplary teaching
A valid Texas teaching certificate or equivalent
Bilingual in Spanish
Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
Demonstrated ability to work on a team
A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional
The NICE TO HAVES
Experience in coaching or leading adults
The MUST HAVE BELIEFS
Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education
Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos
Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results
Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth
EVERY OPPORTUNITY STARTS WITH A YES
Great schools begin with great people who believe every day is an opportunity to make a difference. At YES Prep, you have an opportunity to join a family of educators who are leveling the playing field by providing opportunities for a high-quality, college-forward curriculum while also ensuring our students feel supported through their academic journey and empowered to lead choice-filled lives. YES Prep is more than a family of public charter schools, it’s the future of public education—it’s an opportunity to say, "Yes, you can!"
THE PERKS
Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option and a plan that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.
Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.
Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 12 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.
Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.
Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.
Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well.
YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.
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Worksite address
houston, TX, 77246, US
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